Congratulations to Shannon Vroegh and Brent Walker on Engagement!
June 8, 2019 Comments Off on Congratulations to Shannon Vroegh and Brent Walker on Engagement!
Congratulations is in order for one of our friends in the horse industry, trainer, Shannon Vroegh, who was recently engaged to Brent Walker. Everyone here at The Equine Chronicle would like to extend our best wishes to this sweet couple for a happy and blessed future.
Continue reading …Nominate a Youth For NSBA Youth of the Year
June 8, 2019 Comments Off on Nominate a Youth For NSBA Youth of the Year
The NSBA Foundation sponsors an annual award developed to recognize volunteerism in our youth. If you know someone who goes above and beyond the call of duty to help others, then this award is designed for them.
Continue reading …You Be the Judge- How Would You Place This Class?
June 8, 2019 Comments Off on You Be the Judge- How Would You Place This Class?
In this class, we are evaluating four American Quarter horses. These horses are being identified as A, B, C and D. How would you place them? Scroll down below the pictures to see how we placed them and why.
Continue reading …Zips Bossy Chip Has Earned Most Points in AQHA History
June 7, 2019 Comments Off on Zips Bossy Chip Has Earned Most Points in AQHA History
“I think I’ve talked about the records so much that I don’t have words to describe it anymore,” Maxwell said. “I remember the tiny horse she was when we tried her at Findlay. I thought I would only ride her a few times. She gave us phenomenal performances and I didn’t expect her to be what she ended up being. I remember thinking, ‘There’s something about this horse that is different.’ ”
Continue reading …When You Can’t Miss a Horse Show For Graduation…
June 7, 2019 Comments Off on When You Can’t Miss a Horse Show For Graduation…
“I decided not to walk in my graduation, because I didn’t want to miss the horse show!” Ellexxah says. “I’m a trainer’s kid at heart, for sure. I feel more at home at a horse show, because it’s where I’ve lived most of my life.”
Continue reading …More Around the Ring Photos- IQHA State Show
June 7, 2019 Comments Off on More Around the Ring Photos- IQHA State Show
Thanks to Scott Neuman for more fun photos from around the rings at the IQHA State Show that’s now underway June 6-9 in New Castle, IN. Stay tuned to EquineChronicle.com for results from the show, courtesy of An Equine Production. If you’d like to see your photos and results on EquineChronicle.com.
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Thanks to Don Moore of Mane Events for final results from the 2019 Redbud Spectacular that’s wrapping up in Oklahoma City. 82352res 82353res 84821res 84822res 84823res 84824res 84825res 84826res
Continue reading …Sincerest Condolences Following Loss of APHA Enthusiast Wanda West
June 7, 2019 Comments Off on Sincerest Condolences Following Loss of APHA Enthusiast Wanda West
A lifelong equestrienne, Wanda was active in 4-H, saddle club and national horse associations, including APHA, and she owned B&W Quarterhorse and Paint. Elected to serve as president and vice president of the Kansas Paint Horse Association, Wanda also served as an APHA national director or alternate for 25 years. She was also active as an APHA committee member, and worked on various APHA advisory committees from 1988–2012, including Show & Contest, Rules, Breed Improvement (serving as vice-chairman) and Registration. Wanda and Bill also owned and operated grocery stores in Abilene since 1967.
Continue reading …2018 AQHA Foundation Annual Report is Now Available
June 7, 2019 Comments Off on 2018 AQHA Foundation Annual Report is Now Available
The Foundation Annual Report contains complete statistics for 2018 scholarships and grants, a list of American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame inductees, a list of Foundation donors, financial statements and other information about programs and services.
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day- Multi-Tasking Momma
June 6, 2019 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day- Multi-Tasking Momma
Today’s EC Photo of the Day captures a sweet moment between a multi-tasking momma and her little one. Photo courtesy of Beth Foster-Hattan. If you have a great EC Photo of the Day, email B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com.
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